30 success tips by Jack Ma, Alibaba founder

Alibaba founder Jack Ma (profile in Wikipedia) is one of the most respected businessman in China. Jack is not only appreciated for his business sense, his personality and ideas are also widely respected. One of the world’s billionaires, Jack Ma is the first mainland Chinese entrepreneur to appear on the cover of Forbes Magazine.

Here are 30 tips of success by Jack. The tips in Chinese are translated into English by Carl Pei.

List three of the most important things every day

Arrive earlier to the office. At least ten minutes earlier than others.

Think before speaking – a few seconds would be enough.

Before throwing a tantrum count to 30.

Whenever in doubt, pick the hardest thing to do.

Everything you do should have a deadline

Always sit in the front row

Always observe people who are walking in front of you

Stay late and leave the office at least ten minutes later than others

Names are important. Remember the names of everyone around you.

Do everything with enthusiasm, even sweeping the floor should be done enthusiastically

Always praise others behind their backs

Pay attention of everyone around you

Let others finish speaking before you open your mouth

Always give others a little more than they expect.

Always praise people before starting the criticism.

A pen and a paper should be always with you.

Within five minutes of waking up write down your dream

Write a list your ten weaknesses, and correct them one by one

When it comes to important decisions, sleep on it

Ask yourself questions five minutes before sleeping

Keep smiling every day

Never bring work home

Eat breakfast with your family

Meet new friends through old friends

Spend half an hour a day reading books

Have only one main goal. You should have four short term goals to achieve the main goal.